Helping constituents with problems is a very important part of my work. If you have an urgent matter and cannot wait for the next advice surgery, please contact the constituency office for help and advice.

I can only deal with problems for you if you live in the Knowsley constituency. If you live outside this constituency you should approach your
own representative. You can find out who your MP is by using the 'Find your MP' tool.

What am I not allowed to do?

There are a number of things I am not allowed to do:

- influence legal actions or court cases. For that sort of problem you should
consult a qualified solicitor. I am not legally qualified so cannot give
legal advice.

- instruct any Department or Agency on what they should do, nor can I instruct
the local Council what to do. I can make representations on your behalf,
and make sure these are taken into account.

- become involved in personal disputes between you and someone else.

More information

The House of Commons Library publishes factsheets about the work of Parliament
including one which deals specifically with the role of an MP in relation to constituents.

Who else might be able to help?

If you have a problem to do with the local council then you should contact
your local councillor first. You can find out who your local councillor
is by clicking here if you are in Knowsley. Alternatively you can phone Knowsley council on 0151 489 6000.